1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
